Over the past decade, the Lake Charles Police Department has faced multiple allegations of excessive force and misconduct. Notably, in 2019, three officers pleaded guilty to federal charges of deprivation of rights under color of law. Internal Affairs investigations have often resulted in exonerations, raising concerns about the department’s accountability measures. Disciplinary actions have varied, with suspensions being a common consequence. The department has also faced lawsuits alleging failure to intervene and other civil rights violations, some of which have been settled or dismissed.
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